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US Military Showdown Imminent in Red Sea as UN Issues Final Warning
The United Nations Security Council has called on Yemen’s Houthi rebel group to cease attacks in the Red Sea, with military action an option, an official told Vice News.
North Korea Threatens to Resume Nuke Tests: "There's a Limit to Our Patience"
They claim last weekend's talks designed to kickstart stalled negotiations on denuclearization failed because the U.S. came to the table “empty-handed”
“Volcano of anger”: What you need to know about the escalating crisis in Libya
The government action will “purge all Libyan cities of aggressor and illegitimate forces,” said Colonel Mohamed Gnounou
More carnage in eastern Ghouta
Russian and Syrian warplanes continued hammering the devastated Syrian rebel enclave of eastern Ghouta on Monday.
Russia dismisses “rumors” of civilian deaths in Eastern Ghouta ahead of ceasefire vote
The assault on the rebel enclave has reportedly claimed at least 416 lives since Sunday night
The VICE Morning Bulletin
Joe Biden talks running for president in 2020, South Carolina prosecutor wants to retry Michael Slager in Walter Scott case, FBI investigates bombing threat made against LA Metro, and more.
News of Zealand: Prisoners Are Being Jailed too Long and Wow, That Was a Rainy Weekend
Plus, a hairdresser, fashion designer and gang member are charged with running a cocaine ring in Auckland.
John Key Blames the UN for 'Falling Short' on Syria
He also used his UN speech to praise Helen Clarke. "She gets things done," he said.
Canada Slaps New Sanctions on 'Office 39,' North Korea’s Slush Fund for Kim Jong-un
Canada is finally taking aim at the shadowy wing of the North Korean government that exports methamphetamines, imports yachts, and keeps the Pyongyang ruling class happy.
North Korean Cargo Ship Seized by the Philippines Under Strict New UN Sanctions
The freighter, which was flying the flag of Sierra Leone, will also have its 21 crew members deported while Manila awaits the arrival of a UN inspection team.